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Ideas for a Better Backyard

Practical guides on pool care, stonework, installation, and outdoor design — written from two decades of hands-on work across Westchester.

When to Close Your Pool — Westchester Pool Closing Guide: an inground pool under a navy safety cover with fall leaves across the stone patio
Pool Maintenance6 min read

When Should You Close Your Pool in Westchester? The 65° Rule That Saves Your Spring

Close when the water holds below 65°F — usually mid-October to early November in Westchester. Closing early is why pools open green.

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  1. Spring pool services checklist beside an open pool with test kit and chemicals ready for the seasonPool Maintenance
    3 min read

    Spring Pool Services Checklist: Get Your Pool Ready for the Season

    A nine-step spring opening checklist: clean the cover, clear debris, check the pump and filter, balance the water and run the filtration.

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  2. Inground pool installation in progress in a Westchester County backyardPool Installation
    5 min read

    Step-by-Step: What to Expect During Your Inground Pool Installation

    The eight phases of an inground pool build, from design and permits through excavation, plumbing and decking to the final inspection.

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  3. Travertine, bluestone and paver samples compared for a pool deck surroundStonework
    6 min read

    Best Stone for Your Pool Deck: Travertine, Bluestone, or Pavers — Which One Wins?

    Travertine, bluestone and pavers compared for a pool deck on slip resistance, heat underfoot, durability, sealing and cost.

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